South Shore Posters
Local Favorites
What are you in the mood for? Mexican? Italian? Polish? Or maybe just a good old fashioned hamburger? Any one of our unique restaurants (and even our events) is more than capable of filling you up and having you leave with a smile.
From the hamburgers to the tacos to the pierogies to the pastas to... well, you get the idea, right? If you don't, then you should really consider making tonight's dinner plans at one of our local favorites...
View All On Map
El Taco Real has been serving delicious authentic Mexican cuisine for 36 years using recipes handed down from generation to generation. Family owned and operated since 1974. Open Tuesday-Sunday and … More
Award winning Italian cuisine in our grand, historic mansion. Casual trattoria, chef specials, full bar, and sophisticated wine list. Enjoy alfresco dining in our beautiful garden. Voted Best of … More
Miller Bakery Cafe is a casual fine dining favorite featuring Chef Cheryl Bernacchi's fresh approach to New American cuisine, creative small plates, fresh seafood and the finest grilled meats. Open … More
One of the first New American restaurants in downtown Valpo, Bistro 157's chefs use local, sustainable ingredients when possible. The dishes fuse international flavors in New American "comfort" and … More
Dine in Northwest Indiana's best kept secret serving the best steaks, chops, ribs and seafood. Live music every Friday and Saturday night. Large and small groups welcome. 45 year tradition of … More
The Patio - Experience outdoor dining on the patio. Full outdoor kitchen, bar service, fire pits and Cedar Lake sunsets! Private Dining - Lighthouse Restaurant features beautiful banquet rooms … More
Award winning, Italian trattoria. Charming, historic house, secluded garden alfresco dining. 100+wines. Bar. “It’s definitely worth the drive to this hidden gem!” Seen on Check Please! 190 North, … More
House of Kobe Merrillville
- 8101 Broadway
- Merrillville, IN 46410
- Phone: (219) 791-9500
- View More Details
Octave Grill
- 137 S. Calumet Rd.
- Chesterton, IN 46304
- Region: Chesterton
- Phone: (219) 395-8494
- View More Details
Northwest Indiana’s very own candy factory boasts the world’s best gummies! Tour the factory and experience your favorites being made, see the world’s tallest chocolate waterfall and sample some of the best candies around!…more
What began as a local newspaper’s effort to tell the compelling stories of Northwest Indiana men and women who sacrificed during the Civil War has evolved into a large-scale historical preservation effort. The joint partnership of the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority and the Calumet Region Civil War Preservation Project seeks to carry forward on hundreds of hours of community service that already have taken place. …more
Conveniently located between Chicago and Indianapolis, Fair Oaks Farms offers a fun family playground that everyone will enjoy! From the Dairy Adventure and Birthday Barn, to the Cheese Factory and Mooville, Fair Oaks Farms will keep the family entertained, and well-fed, for a full day of education and fun!…more
When a guest visits a hotel, restaurant, bank, or gas station, they rarely meet the manager or owner of the establishment. It's up to the front-line employee to make the customer's visit enjoyable.The R.O.S.E. Awards were created to recognize these "directors of first impression" who consistently work hard to make our lives easier. Guests & managers are able to nominate an employee who consistently "goes the extra mile."…more
Heavy industry carried the South Shore economy for decades. Now, the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority tells a story about a community: it’s been built by steel but changing from tourism. Northwest Indiana’s appeal is its devotion to ensure new & already existing businesses succeed. Area leaders have teamed together to revitalize the mill towns and make Northwest Indiana the place people want to live & work. …more
Experience the journey of the Passion of Christ as never before in this interactive trail featuring 40 life-sized bronze statues. Experience the various Stations of the Cross with audio descriptions as you walk the winding pathway.…more
With five different casinos, Northwest Indiana offers much excitement and action along the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan! With decadent restaurants, world class entertainment and floors (and floors) of slots and table games, your night is just getting started when you test your luck at one of our casinos.…more
Pierogi Fest, the pride of Whiting, is an opportunity for the residents to celebrate their heritage while poking a little fun at themselves at the same time. The one of a kind parade and festival have received countrywide recognition having been featured on the Food Network and the Travel Channel.…more
This holiday season, The Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond will feature 6 animated displays featuring scenes from "A Christmas Story". The displays include: Higbee’s Department Store Window, Flick’s Tongue and the Triple Dog Dare, It’s a Major Award, Santa’s Mountain at Higbee’s, the Bumpus Hounds, and the Parker Living Room. The displays were first showcased in 2003 in the windows of the Herald Square Macy’s in New York City. …more
